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Car Smells
Car smells include gaseous odor, excessive smoke or even steam – all of which indicate a potential problem with your car. Usually, smells are one of the first signs of potential car trouble.
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When i start my car it has a rich carbon like smell?
It is more than likely running rich. The Check Engine Light should be on if that is the case. Have the ECU scanned.
Why is your punto engine smoking?
Many times the problem is a valve cover gasket(s) that has leaked oil onto the hot exhaust manifold underneath it. When you have stopped in traffic, or if you are on a hill, etc., the oil that has leaked has a chance to run down on the hot manifold and smells like rubber or oil burning. Most of the time this is just a nuisance but it should be repaired if is bad enough to the point you can smell it in your car or truck.
Why does my car smell like burning rubber only when the heat is on?
It could be your heater fan bearing. But more than likely its something in your engine compartment that is making the smell. Such as oil burning on the exhaust or a worn accessory belt.
That my friend is called, "LEAD FOOT SYNDROME" is it occasionally accompanied by Crappy gas mialage, excessive tire wear, and usually a sudden burst of speed then the strange squealing noise stops...
AnswerSounds like your front brake calipers, one or both, have seized. This could either be the caliper piston seized, or the caliper slide rails seized.
Why does your radiator smell like gas?
The most likely culprit is a blown gasket or cracked head on one of the cylinders, where fuel lines and coolant lines intersect. This can pull fuel into the cooling system.
Why would the inside of your car smell like gas when it is parked?
Because the gas tank is too full. Don't put so much in next time. Maybe someone who had eaten refried beans and broccoli snuck into your car and spent some time there. http://www.autozone.com/servlet/UiBroker?UseCase=S001&UserAction=viewSimpleDiagInfo&Parameters=info
How you can fix a bad smell in the air conditioner of a car?
Bad smells in the aircon is usually caused by bacteria. You can buy special air con sprays that kill off moulds and bacterias making the car smell nice again.
I would check two different things. 1. the gas cap. the seal on the gas cap could be bad. 2. check the hoses from the charcoal canister to the gas tank (sorry I can't remember where the charcoal canister is because I no longer own this type of car) I would say one of those hoses are cracked
Hello, I have the same problem in my 1997 and it is the fuel pump cover under the rear seat. Just don't fill the tank all the way or get a new rubber seal. Remove the rear seat and look for signs of gas..
Why is your car exhaust smoking so much and smelling of gas?
Why is my car exhaust smoking so much and smelling of gas?
AND WHY IS MY CAR HOLDING BACK WHEN I PUSH DOWN ON THE GAS PEDDLE
Well you probably have black on the outside of the exhaust to and it means your car is running too rich on gas check your fuel pressure you probably have too much and that's y you are lagging to this could be cause of bad fuel pump emc which is your computer or your fuel pressure regulater.
What does it mean if your power steering fluid smells burnt?
"Burnt smelling" and brown colour are characteristics of PS fluid that is past its useable lifetime. The fluid should be changed ASAP. It can also be indicative of PS pump problems, when chrome plating may be dissolved and circulated with the fluid. This is recognizable with a shine or reflective characteristic of the fluid.
What do you do if you smell gas odor but can't find a leak?
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Hey George===It depends on what kind of car you have. If it is port injeacted, look closely at the injectors and make sure they aren't leaking. Check the evaporative fuel canister {the can looking thing} and make sure it doesn't have raw fuel in it. Goodluck Joe
3. I use alot of coffee grounds open to the air on the floor of my backseat, and under the seats. It got rid of some nasty smells.
Just bought a new alternator so why the burning smell in the alternator?
Sometimes when parts are new, they have coatings and etc. that will smell when parts are warm. For example, alternator windings are coated with a electrical varnish. When the alternator is charging, it creates heat. This causes the paint to smell and odors such as a burning smell can be common for a couple of days.
Have a look for slow oil leaks - the oil leaks then when the engine gets very hot the oil burns.
could possibly have a rodent or rodent nest inside the heater box.
Why would the emergency brake be on if the light is off?
You E-Brake could be stuck on, or rusted on to itself, or you may have a broken brake cable. The brake may "technically" be released, but the actual brake may be stuck.
Could also be a bad sensor.
You may also have a blown brake light. Check to see if it goes on for a few seconds when starting the car
EDIT: The brake light is also designed in some cars to warn you of low brake fluid. Check your manuel about your dash lights.
I have a vauxhall corsa and I have exactly the same problem. Its awful and have no idea how to get rid of it. I have a vauxhall corsa and I have exactly the same problem. Its awful and have no idea how to get rid of it.
More than likely the heater core is leaking.
2000 intrepid with exhaust smell coming through the vents?
This can be caused by an exaust leak close to to your engine. Breathing exaust fumes can be harmful, get this checked out by a machanic.
How do i adjust driver side door on 92 s-10 Chevy?
The hinges on a 1992 Chevy S-10 are on the side. If any adjustments are needed for the door they can be made through there.
There are several things that can cause your 2005 Chevrolet Malibu to run rough. The fuel injectors may need to be cleaned. The air filter may need to be replaced.
